The programme offers a chance to undertake a substantial piece of work that is worthy of publication, and which makes an original contribution to the field of psychological and behavioural science.
Our research addresses theoretical concerns within psychological and behavioural science, and is applicable in practical contexts (eg, organisations, wellbeing, environment, developing countries, the Global South, public policy).
You will have the opportunity to undertake fieldwork in many settings including experimental laboratories, organisations and countries outside of the UK. You will be encouraged to present at international conferences and publish in international journals. Part-time positions for research, teaching and editorial assistance are often available, offering you valuable experience and publication opportunities.
PhD students are very much part of the department's research culture and are involved with staff in relevant seminar and research workshops.
Funding
Funding is available from a variety of School administered sources. For information about this, please visit our MPhil/PhD admissions frequently asked questions page.
PhD destinations
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PhD FAQs
Read our comprehensive frequently asked questions for the MPhil/PhD Psychological and Behavioural Science programme.
Current PhD students
See who our current PhD students are and the topics they are researching on our PBS people page.
Contact us
Email: pbs.phd@lse.ac.uk